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CI# Project Title 2026 Budget ($) Project Total ($) and intermediate pressure steam from the boiler to produce power through the generator. C0082195 LIN2 2025/26 Capacity Requirement 299,478 3,162,203 This project is for the component refu...
AI summary The document outlines several infrastructure and maintenance projects across Nova Scotia's energy sector, including asset refurbishment, replacement of equipment, and system upgrades to ensure operational reliability and compliance with environmental regulations.
CI# Project Title 2026 Budget ($) Project Total ($) General Plant C0082133 IT - Renew Microsoft Enterprise Agreement 1,800,000 1,800,000 This project funds the on-premises portion of the Microsoft Enterprise Agreement for software assuranc...
AI summary The document outlines several IT and infrastructure projects planned for 2026, including the renewal of Microsoft Enterprise Agreement, implementation of distributed intelligence apps, a DERMS solution, and improvements to the Sydney Depot. Each project includes budget allocations and total project costs.
1 using the Asset Management Mechanism described in Section 3.0, which enables consistent, risk- 2 informed prioritization across the fleet. Investments are selected to maintain safety, reliability, and 3 affordability, with consideration...
AI summary The text outlines NS Power's approach to asset management, emphasizing risk-informed prioritization, safety, reliability, and affordability. It highlights the transition of thermal generation assets toward retirement or fuel conversion by 2030, in line with the Province’s Clean Power Plan, and discusses capital investment plans for both thermal and renewable generation in 2026.
REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan CONFIDENTIAL (Attachments Only) 1 For additional detail on NS Power’s reliability strategy, including metrics and resilience planning, 2 please refer to Section 11.1.4. 3 4 The focu...
AI summary The 2026 ACE Plan outlines NS Power’s transmission capital investments, totaling approximately $241.1 million, with a focus on system reliability, energy storage, and synchronous condensers. The plan includes spending for projects over $1 million, with some approvals sought after the filing of the ACE Plan.
iii 2.7 $1,000,000 for which approval is not sought. (As provided in Appendix B) iv Carry-over capital spending. (As provided in Section 7.1) 83.4 v Routine capital spending. (As provided in Section 10) 22.0 Total 2026 Transmission Capital...
AI summary This section outlines the 2026 Transmission Capital Investment Plan, including carry-over capital spending and routine capital spending. It details specific projects such as energy storage, substation upgrades, and transformer replacements with their respective budgets and expenditures.
3.2 17.2 30.1 30.0 - Distribution: Distribution R.O.W Widening 31.8 32.4 33.1 33.7 34.4 Transmission: Transmission R.O.W Widening 3.3 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 ECEI - Energy Storage 44.2 (3.3) - - - ECEI - Synchronous Condenser 84.7 115.3 91.3 46.7...
AI summary The text presents capital expenditure figures across various sectors including distribution, transmission, generation, and energy storage as part of the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan. These figures highlight investments in infrastructure and energy initiatives, with specific allocations for projects such as Energy Conservation and Efficiency Initiative (ECEI) and the Wreck Cove LEM.
ur operating units, which provide multiple benefits to NS Power and its customers. This unit, along with all the other combustion turbines, provides essential ancillary services to the system such as: • Peaking capacity – generation used t...
AI summary The text discusses the importance of maintaining four operational units at Burnside, highlighting their role in providing peaking capacity, black start capability, and fast-acting generation to support system reliability, especially with the integration of variable renewable energy sources like wind.
crea ng reliability and grid stability challenges that are difficult to address with tradi onal grid Month DD, 2025 Page 61 of 113 Date: December 12, 2025 Page 580 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan App...
AI summary Nova Scotia Power Inc. outlines capital expenditure criteria for addressing grid reliability challenges through innovative technologies like grid automation and energy storage. Projects must demonstrate potential to improve system stability or provide data for future deployment of new technologies.
.................................... 23 17 6.1.5 Commercial Net Metering ........................................................................ 25 18 6.1.6 Additional Renewable Energy Procurements ...........................................
AI summary The document outlines sections of an Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) action plan, including commercial net metering, battery storage projects, renewable energy integration, the NS-NB Reliability Intertie Project, fast-acting generation, fuel conversions, and coal phase-out initiatives. Key topics include renewable energy procurement, grid stability, and infrastructure planning.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix F Page 4 of 55 The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update Non-Confidential 1 TABLE OF FIGURES 2 3 Figure 1 - 2030 Clean Power Plan Resources ................................................................................. 6 4 F...
AI summary The appendix lists figures related to Nova Scotia's 2030 Clean Power Plan, including project statuses for renewable energy initiatives, battery storage (Bridgewater BESS), and coal retirement timelines. It outlines the 2025 10-Year System Outlook Report and tracks progress on the Green Choice Program, PHP Wind, and Minas Highlands Wind projects.
for this year’s Path to 2030 update. With respect to 12 resources, sizing, and timing, this update to The Path to 2030 report is consistent with the 2025 13 10YSO report unless otherwise noted. 14 15 Figure 1 - 2030 Clean Power Plan Resour...
AI summary The document updates the 2030 Clean Power Plan resources, aligning with the 2025 10YSO report. It details renewable energy projects (wind, solar, storage) with their capacities and construction dates, including the NS Power BESS Project, Green Choice Program, and future procurement timelines.
r new renewable energy sources and the Province was looking for a new procurement 2 administrator to lead this initiative. 31 3 4 6.2 Battery Storage & Renewable Integration Resources 5 6 The 2030 Clean Power Plan calls for deployments of...
AI summary The 2030 Clean Power Plan mandates grid-scale storage in Nova Scotia, with 150 MW of 4-hour storage approved in 2024. NS Power's BESS project (ECEI) includes updates on Bridgewater, Spider Lake, and White Rock Road sites, with commercial operations expected by late 2025 and mid-2026. The NSEB's decision (M11539) and interim report (M12494) are referenced.
final BESS site under this project, is on track for commercial operation in 24 July 2026. 25 31 Nova Scotia to redo wind energy procurement after 4 projects drop out CBC News Page 27 of 55 Date: December 12, 2025 Page 680 of 782 REDACTED R...
AI summary Nova Scotia amended the Electricity Act in 2023 to enable competitive procurement of energy storage via RFPs and contracts. The Province confirmed in 2024 that future energy storage capacity will be procured by IESO-NS through a competitive process, with timing and quantity determined by the IESO-NS.
1 8.0 PROJECT ACCOUNTABILITIES, COORDINATION, AND RISK 2 MANAGEMENT 3 4 NS Power believes that the Nova Scotia 2030 Clean Power Plan is a comprehensive and 5 appropriate clean energy transition plan. It is based on extensive studies and st...
AI summary NS Power asserts the Nova Scotia 2030 Clean Power Plan is comprehensive, based on stakeholder engagement and studies. It outlines roles: Province manages renewable projects until 2030 RES targets, NS Power handles fuel conversions and transmission, and IESO-NS oversees battery storage and fast-acting generation.
2030 Accountability NS Power Key Action IESO-NS NS Government Partner Key Projects Items Action Items Key Action Items Action Items • Implementation of TPIF and associated Network Upgrades. Battery IESO-NS and • Procure and finance • Procu...
AI summary The document outlines key actions by NS Power and IESO-NS for 2030, including implementing TPIF and network upgrades, procuring 150 MW/600 MWh battery storage via regulated utility models, and transitioning grid stability responsibilities. Partnerships with IPPs and the NS Government are emphasized for energy storage procurement and grid-scale projects.
1 Nevertheless, there are growing risks with some aspects of the plan, including: 2 3 • Delays in procuring new fast-acting generation, combined with the growing lead times seen 4 across the industry for new combustion turbines, create unc...
AI summary The text outlines risks in a plan, including delays in procuring fast-acting generation, attrition of Green Choice projects risking 80% renewable energy targets, and unclear timelines for energy storage beyond NS Power’s BESS project. NS Power notes flexibility in coal retirement timelines but emphasizes collaboration with IESO-NS and the Province to address procurement challenges.
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nlike an unregulated business, a regulated utility generally cannot cut costs by abandoning customers because that segment of their customer base is less profitable than others or operating at a loss. [171] The DOE was concerned about the...
AI summary The document discusses concerns about capital spending on coal plants, noting that they remain essential for grid stability despite reduced capacity factors. The DOE and other stakeholders are concerned about expenditures, and the Board requires NS Power to provide notice on coal plant projects. The Board agrees that coal plants are still necessary for integrating variable wind energy and maintaining grid stability.
Nameplate Capacity (MW) Initial Anticipated COD (Year) Updated Anticipated COD (Year) Wind & Solar Resources Rate Base Procurement 306 2025 2025-2026 Port Hawkesbury Paper Wind 168 2025 2026 Renewable to Retail Wind 149 2024 2026-20291 Gre...
AI summary The document outlines various energy projects and initiatives in Nova Scotia, including wind and solar resources, energy storage, fast-acting generation, fuel conversions, and load management. It details nameplate capacities and anticipated commissioning dates for these projects, providing an overview of the energy infrastructure expansion plans.
nt under this program was shown as 2028. NS Power did not have any additional information on this procurement, other than the September 2025 public announcement that there would be a new solicitation. [196] The New Wind and Solar generatio...
AI summary NS Power is progressing with BESS projects and fuel conversions under provincial programs. The Board approved these projects in 2024, and the Bridgewater and Spider Lake BESS sites are now operational. White Rock BESS is also in service, providing 50 MW of storage capacity to support peak demand during low wind generation periods.
cilitate a competitive electricity market, coordinate system planning, and, section (m) conduct procurements for electricity supply, capacity, storage ancillary services and hybrid resources. The Minister's position is that all new system...
AI summary The Minister of Energy emphasizes the need for competitive procurement by the IESO for all new system needs, including electricity supply, capacity, storage, and ancillary services. This approach ensures best value for ratepayers and aligns with the IESO's statutory responsibilities. The Board is urged to uphold competitive procurement as a default for utility capital expenditure requests.
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nlike an unregulated business, a regulated utility generally cannot cut costs by abandoning customers because that segment of their customer base is less profitable than others or operating at a loss. [171] The DOE was concerned about the...
AI summary The document discusses the role of coal plants in the Nova Scotia energy system, noting their importance for grid stability and integrating variable wind energy. Concerns about capital spending on coal plants are raised, and the DOE recommends an audit of the Utility's Fixed Asset Register to address potential cost escalations.
Nameplate Capacity (MW) Initial Anticipated COD (Year) Updated Anticipated COD (Year) Wind & Solar Resources Rate Base Procurement 306 2025 2025-2026 Port Hawkesbury Paper Wind 168 2025 2026 Renewable to Retail Wind 149 2024 2026-20291 Gre...
AI summary The document outlines various energy projects, including wind and solar resources, energy storage, fast-acting generation, and fuel conversions, with their nameplate capacities and anticipated completion dates. It also includes load management initiatives and coal phase-out targets.
nt under this program was shown as 2028. NS Power did not have any additional information on this procurement, other than the September 2025 public announcement that there would be a new solicitation. [196] The New Wind and Solar generatio...
AI summary NS Power is advancing renewable energy and battery storage projects under provincial programs. The Board has approved three BESS projects, with two already operational and the third expected to be in service. These projects support renewable integration and provide flexibility during peak demand, as demonstrated during a cold-weather event in January 2026.
boration to support a transparent, efficient, and fair transition to an lESO-administered electricity system. [Emphasis in original] [Letter from the Office of the Minister of Energy, April 15, 2026] [203] The Board notes there were no pro...
AI summary The document discusses the need for coordination between the IESO Nova Scotia, NS Power, and provincial policy directives in light of the increased cost and scope change of NS Power's Synchronous Condenser project, which now includes nine units instead of four due to additional planned wind farms.